1965 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1979 Volvo 260 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Volvo 260 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Volvo 260. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti IM 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. 1979 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1965 Innocenti IM 3 has manual transmission. 1965 Innocenti IM 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Innocenti IM 3 | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
Model | IM 3 | 260 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |